Chief Dep. Geoff Dean said in a written statement last week that he has been asked by Sheriff Bob Brooks to step down from his position with the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. Top officials would not say why Dean was asked to vacate his post as one of the county's four chief deputies. More...
TEAMWORK- Monte Vista Middle School sixth-grade students Chet Hardy, left, and Akash Swami race to victory for the "Koenig Killers" team during the "Escape From the Minotaur" three-legged race at the Greek Games on Tuesday in Camarillo. More...
Out of 132 openings for adult softball teams in the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District, 130 have been filled. For Lanny Binney, the district's sports supervisor, that's music to his ears. The park district sports staff has been busy for quite a while now, hosting five major tournaments in the last five weeks. More...
IN THE SPIRIT- A festive atmosphere is enjoyed during a Greek dance by Simi Valley resident Lill Herr, foreground, Agoura Hills resident Aristotle Quadami, left, and Thousand Oaks resident Dan Duque, third from right (wearing cap) during the 30th annual Ventura County Greek festival at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Camarillo last Sunday. More...
Aaron Ferguson's advice for Ventura County residents looking to spend time on the ocean this summer- whether fishing, sailing or skimming across the water on a jet ski- is simple: "Wear a life jacket." A 21-year veteran of the U.S. More...
Consumers advised to eat only cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes or those sold on the vine
Local restaurants and grocery stores have pulled out of their kitchens and off their shelves tomatoes that could possibly be contaminated with salmonella after more than 150 people across the country have been infected. More...
'They just want a second chance, which is what Frontier High School does.' - Angeline Gonzales
Sixteen years old and Frontier High's Top Scholar, the valedictorian equivalent at alternative high schools, Angeline Gonzales is among a rare few. Only a few months ago, though, the teenager, who had attended four high schools in less than three years, was nearly sidelined by stress and peer pressure. More...
Camarillo resident has volunteered in youth soccer organization for 24 years
In 1984 soccer standout Hugo Perez made his national team debut for the United States. The midfielder would go on to score 13 international goals and become one of the finest playmakers in USA history. That same year, Camarillo resident Joel Mark also began an involvement with soccer that would reach a national level. More...
The Center for Positive Living, 221 Daily Drive, Camarillo, will host two animal-themed events. •A free Critter Day Pet Faire will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sat., June 28. More...
Less than $400 in personal property was stolen from a car parked in the 600 block of Lantana Street sometime between June 1 and 2. A cellphone was stolen from a man in the 1500 block of Flynn Road on June 2. A 19-year-old man was arrested June 2 in the 5600 block of Camino Deville Court on charges of harboring a fugitive. More...
At some point in all our lives everyone has been hurt by the words or actions of another: a family member, a student at school, a friend or co-worker. Now the word comes from multiple medical studies that letting go of grudges and resolving disputes is good for both one's physical and mental health. More...
With Father's Day approaching, my mother has just told me I've been a great dad to my 4yearold son and a great husband to my wife. She said I was a great family man like her father- my Grandpa Balsamo. This was a huge compliment. I felt touched. I felt honored. I felt like my mom was going to say, "Hah, just kidding! More...
The all-volunteer troupe of Gypsies in a Trunk continues its 14th season of free Fairy Tales in the Park with performances of "Rumpelstiltskin" at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Sat., June 14, behind the Community Recreation Center, 1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo, and at 4:30 p.m. the same day at Barranca Vista Park, 7050 Ralston St., Ventura. More...
The Pleasant Valley Education Foundation would like to thank the following businesses for their very generous support of our CineMagic program this last year: Gene Haas Foundation; Amgen; Edwards Label; BarlowWilliams Realty; Marshall's Design Inc. More...
"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." - Pablo Picasso We proudly present kids' artwork of their fathers' faces in today's edition. You can't miss them on pages 18, 19 and 20. Some are colored with crayons and others are sketches. More...
'Patience and a sense of humor are definite assets when you work in education, particularly in middle school,and Bob does have those qualities.' - Patrick FitzGerald Principal, Las Colinas
Veteran music teacher Bob Schmidt will retire from the Pleasant Valley School District next month after 38 years with the district. This was his last week with the students. "I've enjoyed the people that I've worked with," Schmidt said. "I've enjoyed the kids in Camarillo. It's just been very comfortable for me here. More...
FRI., JUNE 13 Senior Prom Simi Valley Council on Aging hosts annual Senior Prom, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., Simi Valley Senior Center, 3900 Avenida Simi. Starlighters band plays. Formal attire encouraged. Refreshments served. $6 per person. (805) 583-6041. More...
The award for Top Selling Agent from Prudential California Realty's Camarillo office for March 2008 was won by Lisa Topor. Month after month Topor leads the ranks in the Camarillo office and in Prudential California Realty. More...
An artist and her concrete canvas